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Klawchat 6/4/20
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Keith Law
1:35
I did not have him going in the first in any of my mocks so far.
He could go in the comp round A or early second.
Guest
1:37
You mentioned a clear Top 3 in your latest Mock draft.  If anyone is going to bump Torkelson, Martin or Lacy out of the top 3, who would it be?
Keith Law
1:37
I've heard Kjerstad more than Gonzales.
agirlhasnoname
1:38
The DJIA is within 10% of all-time highs, despite most companies having terrible revenues for a quarter or three or ten. Isn't that a blueprint to show owners their valuations will remain high even with sustaining a total loss this year? Also, wouldn't any financial institution rush to loan them money at near zero interest to cover outlays? Tired of owners crying poor and people eating it up with a spoon.
Keith Law
1:39
I find it absolutely unfathomable that MLB owners would be unable to borrow money to cover payrolls for scouts or minor leaguers. All the league has to do is play games and they bring in a ton of their revenues from broadcasting. Sports has generally been one of the most recession-proof industries there is. If you think MLB teams aren't good credit risks, you think the world is headed for some sort of epic economic collapse.
Ryan
1:40
Why do we expect more from the New York Times?!? This is a publication that - and this is actually true - ran an excerpt of Mein Kampf in New York Times Magazine on June 22, 1941. This is in their archive.
Keith Law
1:40
I mean, it's been 79 years. I would think they might have learned a thing or two.
Kyle
1:40
I enjoy the podcast but I have to ask, are those ads picked by The Athletic? There's some interesting stuff being promoted that I can't imagine you really endorse.
Keith Law
1:40
Yes, I don't pick the ads. I have never used any of the products advertised on my show.
Guest
1:41
Royals likely to have a choice of Lacy, Veen, and Gonzalez. How would you rank them, and do you have a strong preference or is this a can't go wrong with any of them situation?
Keith Law
1:41
Not sure Lacy is really getting to them. No way I take Gonzales over Veen, though, and it sounds like the Royals agree.
John
1:41
To what extent does a high school aged player need to go through Perfect Game, Five Tool etc.?  And if they do, at what age should they start?
Keith Law
1:41
Nobody needs to do that.
Chris
1:41
Any rumors on which prep players are looking for overslot deals, and how much they may be looking for?
Keith Law
1:42
I have heard some rumors, but would not repeat them here. It puts their collegiate eligibility at risk.
Robert
1:42
Manfred wouldn't be dumb enough to actually mandate a 50 game season, right? Everyone must see through that.
Keith Law
1:42
I don't think he can mandate one. It has to be negotiated.
Mark
1:42
Do you see any scenario where a team in the top 10 takes Crochet on a heavy underslot deal? Betting on the high ceiling and saving slot. Albeit giving up considerable safety/floor.
Keith Law
1:42
No. That would be very foolish.
Keith too
1:42
Keith, do you have a top 50, 100, 200 or anything for the draft available?
Keith Law
1:42
Tomorrow.
JO
1:42
Hey Klaw, As for just the bat, how does Torkelson compare to Andrew Vaughn?  I assume you have seen both in person. Does one seem to have more power than the other? Same for hit tool, approach and and barrel awareness. Or would you call them a push on hitting?  Thanks
Keith Law
1:42
Vaughn much better hitter. Torkelson has more power and could possibly play LF.
Don
1:42
Is there any benefit to post-TJ guys like Rodon and Kopech  just missing this entire 50 game season for more recovery?
Keith Law
1:43
I don't think we can know that definitively, but there's at least a belief based on some anecdotal evidence that guys taking a year off from pitching may be better off - post-TJ guys but also guys dealing with minor arm issues that didn't require surgery.
Joe
1:43
Do you know what high school players have been connected to the Braves in the draft?
Keith Law
1:43
I listed at least one in the mock yesterday.
Marco
1:43
Do you think Reid Detmers has a chance to add velo to the FASTBALL and eventually  become a #2 SP?
Keith Law
1:43
No.
Josh
1:43
Based on your interactions with front office personnel, what is the general feeling about the number of undrafted free agents teams will pursue this year?  Are teams going to be selective and only bring in a few, or try and cast a wide net to make up for the later rounds being nixed?  I would think it is a small pool of players to begin with, just curious as to the approach.  Thanks!
Keith Law
1:44
Not very many. Who's signing for $20K? College seniors and maybe a few older juniors?
John
1:44
Sad how many people think the flag only stands for the military, not things like equality or freedom.  Any books you would recommend to better understand systemic racism?
Keith Law
1:45
Others have posted better and more comprehensive lists ... the two that come to mind that I've actually read are So You Want to Talk About Race and The Warmth of Other Suns. The former addresses systemic racism head-on; the latter explains its roots through three major stories from the Great Migration.
Garrett Crochet
1:45
No way I get past 22. I'm the Natsiest first round pick possibile.
Keith Law
1:45
No, there are Natsier picks available.
Chris
1:46
Are the rumors true that McMahon is falling because his fastball plays more like a sinker and analytical teams are out on him?
Keith Law
1:46
No. He's not "falling." I'm not sure where that even comes from.
Zzz
1:46
Any chance the White Sox could underslot Ed Howard at 11 and use those savings to get value with later picks?
Keith Law
1:46
I suppose there's a chance but it's not very likely.
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